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Borno: Red Cross elects Mali Gubio as chair, others
Borno: Red Cross elects Mali Gubio as chair, others
By: Babagana Wakil
The Nigerian Red Cross Society Borno State branch has elected the elder stateman Mali Gubio as his Chairman to pillot its activities in the state.
Speaking shortly after election in Maiduguri, the National President of the Nigerian Redcross Society who was represented by its National Legal Adviser, Barr. Muazu Muhammed Dikwa commended the state branch for their commitment to serving humanity and their exceptional demonstration of peaceful conduct and team spirit.
“Borno branch is among the leading branches, being one of the epicenter of insurgency and other natural disasters. This branch has done alot and that is why all the principals of its partners here are fully represented” Barr Muazu said.
He urged the new executives to be proactive and be good leaders leading by examples worthy of emulation by all and sundry.
Barr Muazu admonished the new excos to united all staff and volunteers of the society in the state along in their operations and activities.
Those who elected include Dr Bulama Mali Gubio as the Chairman and Muhammed Kauji as the Vice Chairman of the Society.
Others including Alhaji Abba Butu Monguno as Disaster Management Adviser, Hajiya Fati Audu Yusuf as Communication Adviser, Sadiq Abubakar Muazu as the Youth Adviser, Comrade Bulama Abiso as Program Planning Adviser, Hajiya Fusam Nganran as Resource Management Adviser.
Also, Madam Naomi Abwaku as Capacity Development Adviser, Hajiya Naijat Ali as Property Management Adviser, Sheikh Abba Al-amin Banki as Divisional Adviser, Barrister Bukar Modu Mustapha as Legal Adviser and Dr. Muhammed Ghuluze as Health Adviser.
On his part, the State Commandant of the National Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Musa Boyi pledged support to the activities of the society with the state and its environs “we have always been partners, and we will continue to give our maximum support to your operations” he said.
Those who present at the events include Red Cross partners, representatives of International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), Federal Road Safety Corp (FRSC), National Security and Civil Defence Corp (NSCDC), and the Nigerian Police Force.
Muhammad Zannah Barma,
Branch Secretary Nigerian Red Cross Society Borno State urged the stakeholders to look inward to generate the funding to sustain the activities of the branch.
“Like, I said earlier it is difficult for us now; ICRC is our sole funders and they have cut down their funding to 9 centers in the state due to the ongoing war Gaza because their attention has been shifted to the Gaza.
“I know we have the capacity and manpower so we need to look inward to generate income to fund our activities,”he said.
Borno: Red Cross elects Mali Gubio as chair, others
Soldier Wife Arrested in Abuja vehicle theft case
By: Zagazola Makama
A notorious female suspect, Blessing Yusuf, aged 29, was arrested on April 25, 2025, by operatives of the Scorpion Squad, following a successful investigation into a vehicle theft case.
Sources disclosed that Yusuf, a resident of Kwali Area Council and wife of a serving Nigerian Army soldier, L/CPL Yusuf Yunnusa, who was arrested on April 19, 2025, was tracked down through digital forensic intelligence after fleeing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) upon learning of her husband’s arrest.
Sources said during preliminary investigations, Yusuf confessed during interrogation that she had initiated the idea of stealing a vehicle to cover her medical expenses.
She admitted to ordering a set of Toyota Corolla keys online via Jumia and later using them to steal a car at the Federal Secretariat. While her husband moved the vehicle, she provided cover and distracted passersby. After the theft, they transported the stolen car to Kwali.
Both suspects are currently in custody undergoing further interrogation.
Crime
FCT Police arrest woman for suspected child trafficking in Abuja as she claims she Purchase the Child from her father for N500K
FCT Police arrest woman for suspected child trafficking in Abuja as she claims she Purchase the Child from her father for N500K
By; Zagazola Makama
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested a woman, Vera Onyebigwa, in connection with a suspected child trafficking case.
Police sources told Zagazola Makama that On April 25, 2025, at about 2:00 p.m., a distress call was received at G/Lada Division regarding a suspected child trafficking incident near the timber shed area.
The sources said Police operatives were quickly deployed to the scene, where they apprehended Onyebigwa, a resident of No. 38 Murtala Mohammed Way, Benin City, Edo State, who was found in possession of a 6-year-old female child, whose identity remains unknown.
According to the sources, Preliminary investigations revealed that Onyebigwa had allegedly purchased the child from her father for ₦500,000 and was planning to transport her to Benin City.
The child’s cries attracted the attention of a Good Samaritan, who immediately notified the police, leading to the child’s rescue.
The sources added that the child is currently in protective care, and an investigation into the matter is ongoing.
FCT Police arrest woman for suspected child trafficking in Abuja as she claims she Purchase the Child from her father for N500K
EFCC operative allegedly linked to accident in Cross River
By: Zagazola Makama
Two persons sustained injuries following a serious lone accident allegedly caused by suspected operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) along Abakpa/Igoli Road in Ogoja, Cross River State.
Zagazola Makama gathered from police sources that the accident, which occurred at about 10:45 a.m. on Friday, involved a BMW car with driven by one Bassey Precious, aged 27, with a passenger identified as Caleb Fidelis Okem, aged 24.
The sources said that a white Toyota Hiace bus, occupied by armed men suspected to be EFCC operatives carrying AK-47 rifles, intercepted the BMW and attempted to force it to a stop. One of the operatives reportedly entered the vehicle and tried to take control, leading to a scuffle with the driver.
During the struggle, Precious allegedly refused to yield, causing the vehicle to lose control, somersault, and crash. The EFCC operatives immediately fled the scene, abandoning the injured occupants.
The victims were promptly rushed to the General Hospital in Ogoja, where they are currently receiving treatment and are reported to be responding well.
The police source said that the Cross River Police Command confirmed the incident and efforts were ongoing to identify and locate the operatives involved for further investigation and appropriate disciplinary action.
The EFCC is yet to issue an official statement regarding the incident.
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